Remote Strutting: An Interview With Natasa Paulberg

Remote Strutting: An Interview With Natasa Paulberg

In this episode, we sit down with composer Natasa Paulberg, nominated for Best Score at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards for her work on Remote Strutting.We talk with Natasa about her creative process, the challenges of scoring a story that spans reality and imagination, and how music can give voice to what words and visuals alone cannot.

Ogham: An Interview With Alan Hopkins & Husni Hafid

In this episode, we delve into the haunting world of Ogham — a powerful and atmospheric short film set during the darkest days of the Irish Famine. Joining us are Alan Hopkins, writer and director of the film, and Husni Hafid, producer, as they discuss the creative journey behind this deeply emotional and visually striking story.

Nepenthe: An Interview With Harvey Harrison Doyle

In this episode of the Underground Cinema Podcast, we chat with Harvey Harrison Doyle, the writer and director of Nepenthe, a beautifully haunting psychological drama set against the backdrop of the English countryside.The film has been nominated Best Horror Film at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards

Civil: An Interview With Robert McCarthy & Gerry Cannon

In this episode, we talk with Rob McCarthy, the writer, director, and lead actor of Civil, joined by Gerry Cannon, who has been nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards. Rob has also received a Rising Star nomination for his debut as a director.Civil is a story about resilience, injustice, and the quiet strength found in ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances.

Coming Second: An Interview With The Cast & Crew

In this episode, we sit down with the creative team behind Coming Second, a sharp and heartfelt comedy nominated for Best Comedy at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards.Set in small-town Ireland, Coming Second tells the story of Abigail, a young woman from an ultra-religious family who receives shocking news she’s pregnant with the Second Coming of Christ. Torn between faith, family, and her own identity, Abigail’s journey unfolds with humour, warmth, and emotional depth.Joining us are director John Francis Brady, writer and cinematographer Lauren Corlett, production designer Cora Hogan, and cast members Michael Browne and Degnan Geraghty. Together, they share how this student film evolved into a fearless exploration of faith, family, and the search for self all through the lens of darkly funny Irish satire.